West Virginia Barber Practice Exam

Which styling technique is known for adding volume to hair?

1. Straightening with a flat iron

2. Blow drying with a round brush

3. Using hot rollers

4. Curling with a curling iron

The correct answer is: Blow drying with a round brush

Blow drying with a round brush is specifically designed to add volume to hair. This technique involves lifting the hair at the roots while the heat from the blow dryer sets the style, resulting in fuller, more voluminous hair. The round brush also helps create smoothness and curls, but its primary benefit is enhancing the overall body and bounce of the hair. Using a flat iron, while effective for achieving straight styles, typically works to eliminate volume and create a sleek appearance. Hot rollers and curling irons can both create curls and waves, which may add some volume, but they don't provide the same lift at the roots as blow drying with a round brush does. Therefore, the blow-drying technique with a round brush is the most effective method for adding significant volume to the hair.